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This velvety, smooth homemade take on cookies and cream ice cream strikes the perfect harmony between luxurious dairy and chunks of chocolate cookies. Adapted for the Ninja Creami, this version packs all the decadent taste you crave with lower sugar content and a protein boost compared to what you'd find at stores, giving you a smarter way to tackle those ice cream urges.
While hunting for healthier sweet treats, I landed on this ice cream formula that's now my absolute favorite. When I figured out that switching to Fairlife milk could double the protein while keeping everything silky smooth, I knew I'd hit the jackpot.
Key Components and Smart Shopping Guidance
- Fairlife milk: Filtered specially for protein boost and silkier feel
- Heavy cream: Just a little bit guarantees the right smoothness
- Oreo Thins: Give you the best balance between cookie chunks and creaminess
- Oreo pudding mix: Brings that genuine cookies and cream taste
- Optional sweetener: Add to match your sweetness liking
- Mix-ins: Throw in whatever cookie types or extras you fancy
Step-by-Step Breakdown
- Step 1:
- Mix Your Foundation: Get exact with measurements. Stir milk and cream until they're fully blended. Slowly add the pudding mix. Sample for sweetness. Make sure everything's mixed thoroughly.
- Step 2:
- Nail the Freezing Part: Transfer mixture to your Ninja Creami container. Double-check that it's spotless. Seal it tight so ice crystals don't form. Keep it level while freezing. Give it a full day (24 hours) to set properly.
- Step 3:
- Get the Spinning Right: Begin with the lite ice cream setting. Hit re-spin button twice. Check if it looks right. Add a tiny bit of milk if needed. Run the mix-in function with your cookie pieces.
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During my tests last summer with different kinds of milk, I learned that ultra-filtered options create just the right mix of creaminess and protein. This tiny switch made the texture way better in the final product.
Fixing Common Problems
When your ice cream turns out too crumbly, try adding a drop of milk. Give it another spin. Look at your freezer settings. Check that you've got the right amount of everything. Make sure it spins long enough.
Keeping It Fresh
To maintain quality, leave it in the original container. Tuck it deep in your freezer. Let it sit out for 10 minutes before serving. Spin it again if needed. Try to finish it within two weeks.
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This better-for-you cookies and cream ice cream has turned into our household's top dessert pick. It shows that when you pick the right stuff and follow the proper steps, you can make a healthier version of an old favorite that meets both your taste buds' wants and your body's needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → What’s the benefit of using Fairlife milk?
- Fairlife milk has more protein than regular milk, which helps boost the protein content in this dessert.
- → Is regular pudding mix okay to use?
- Sure, you can pick either regular or sugar-free vanilla pudding according to what you prefer.
- → Why do I need to spin it more than once?
- Re-spinning helps create a super creamy texture and avoids ice crystals.
- → Can I try this without a Ninja Creami?
- This recipe specifically works with the Ninja Creami, so other machines might not give the same results.
- → How long will this dessert last in the freezer?
- Keep it frozen and enjoy it for up to 2 weeks to maintain the best flavor and texture.